FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring to my appointment?
- your driving/distance glasses
- your referral if not previously forwarded to us by your GP or Optometrist
- a list of your medications
- your Medicare, Pension, DVA card
- we suggest you bring a driver to your initial appointment as your eyes may need to be dilated
How long will my appointment take?
Your initial appointment will be approximately 2 hours. This time will depend on the testing requested by Dr Phipps. Once he has reviewed your referral we will be able to give you an estimate of time along with cost. Trained staff will carry out your testing prior to seeing Dr Phipps.
Why will my eyes be dilated?
Dilating drops allow Dr Phipps to fully review your eye health. As this dilation can take 2 hours or longer to reverse you are advised to bring a driver. Dilation is usually not required at every visit and in many instances you can be advised of the testing plan for your next visit; so you can bring a driver if necessary. You also have the option of remaining in the waiting room until you are comfortable to drive. Sunglasses may also reduce the sun glare.
Appointment payment
Cash, Cheques, EFTPOS and Credit Cards are accepted. Amex cards are not accepted.
Is there Wheel Chair access?
Yes there is. Please advise our staff and they will lay the ramp to enable you ease of access via the front door.
Do I need a referral?
Yes you will. Medicare will not pay a rebate without a current referral. Generally referrals are for a 12 month period.
How do I make an appointment?
Whether your referral is to see Dr Phipps at the Goodwood Eye Centre, Millswood, or at the Port Pirie Regional Health Service please contact the Goodwood Eye Centre on 08 8377 7644 to make your appointment. Our friendly staff will answer your questions.
What testing can I expect to have done?
You may have some or all of the following tests performed by our staff
- Visual Acuity
- Colour Assessment
- Corneal Thickness
- Intra Ocular Pressure
- Visual Fields Test
- Cataract measurements
- Optic Coherence Tomography (OCT)
- Digital Photography
Links to helpful sites and brochures
Glaucoma www.glaucoma.org.au
Macular Degeneration www.mdfoundation.com.au
Vision Australia www.visionaustralia.org
Brochure on Cataract Surgery
Brochure on Posterior Capsulotomy
Brochure on Trabeculectomy Surgery for Glaucoma
Brochure on Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty
Brochure on Laser Peripheral Iridotomy
